Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to traffic safety hazards arising from the parking layout and the sub-standard nature of the dwelling on a restricted site, which failed to meet minimum private amenity space requirements.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed perpendicular parking spaces are located in dangerously close proximity to the junction of Riverstown Road and Beach Grove, creating a significant traffic hazard for both motorists and pedestrians.
- The restricted nature of the site results in a sub-standard form of development that fails to provide adequate private amenity space for the proposed dwelling while simultaneously reducing the amenity space of the neighboring property at No. 1 Beach Grove.
- The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it conflicts with the standards set out in the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028 and national guidelines on Sustainable Residential Development & Compact Settlements.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoned Tourism [TM]Table 3.2 Minimum Private Open Space Requirements for Dwelling UnitsDevelopment Management Standards, Volume TwoWaterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the construction of a single-storey detached dwelling and associated site works on a restricted site at Beach Grove, Tramore, Co. Waterford. Although the site is zoned for Tourism where residential use is open for consideration, the application was refused by Waterford City and County Council. The primary grounds for refusal were the creation of a traffic hazard due to the proximity of new parking spaces to a public road junction and the failure of the design t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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